MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 18, 2026) — When Brandis Clayton Virgial and Halema Townsend first met through Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in 2023, they quickly bonded over their shared commitment to service.

During a private conversation, they discovered something even more meaningful: Both were living with sickle cell disease.

“Halema came to me in confidence and told me that she also had sickle cell,” Brandis recalled.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 18, 2026) — Jenilee Foster PT DPT MHA, has joined the providers at Des Moines University Clinic — Physical Therapy.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 10, 2026) — While June is recognized as Cancer Survivorship Month — a time of celebration for many — we also know it can be a deeply bittersweet and challenging month for those whose loved ones are no longer with us. This program offers a supportive space to honor the presence of those we’ve lost.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 26, 2026) — Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois is pleased to share an upcoming workshop, offered at no charge, providing an overview of clinical trial fundamentals, helping participants understand what clinical trials are and how they work. It explores reasons a patient might consider participating in a clinical trial, including access to new treatments and contributing to medical research.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — Two trusted, mission-driven organizations are partnering to strengthen and expand mental health services for individuals and families in Clinton County through a strategic transition designed to enhance care for the communities they serve.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 1, 2026) — St Ambrose University is aligning its  Physician Associate (PA) program with a growing national movement to modernize the profession’s title from “physician assistant” to “physician associate,” reflecting the evolving role of these highly trained health-care providers.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 27, 2026) — Millions of people across Illinois and the greater Midwest face an extremely high risk — four out of five — of dangerous, long-track tornadoes through the rest of today into tonight. The American Red Cross is closely monitoring conditions across the region, with disaster teams on standby and ready to respond if needed.

LeCLAIRE, IOWA (April 20, 2026) — Those who are sixty and older are invited to explore topics in healthy living at LeClaire Community Library on Fridays at 10AM, April 24 through May 29. The Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) is presented by Unity Point Health through the Center for Alcohol and Drug Services (CADS) Prevention program and is divided into six interactive educational sessions, each on a different topic. See below for the full list of topics.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (March 26, 2026) — April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to focus on the well-being of children and raise awareness about the resources available to ensure safe, healthy childhoods for all. EveryChild is leading a variety of events, activities, and community training sessions throughout the month to spark conversations about childhood safety and highlight the vital role we all play in protecting children.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (March 2, 2026) — Spring break is almost here, and many families are getting ready to travel. Hy-Vee pharmacists share their top five reminders to prepare for a healthy and safe spring break:

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